Fleet Safety Coordinator

American Furniture Warehouse•Firestone, CO

7d•$20 - $27

About The Position

The Fleet Safety Coordinator executes and implements the fleet safety program, including proactive vehicle safety measures, accident prevention, regulatory compliance, accident investigation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulation counseling, and the development of safety and training materials and programs under the direction of the Fleet Safety Department. The role may require travel to accident scenes to conduct investigations. A CDL is required. All training will be provided by AFW. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. The position involves working with delivery and over-the-road personnel and AFW management to promote safety, monitor driver and vehicle compliance, provide feedback and coaching, coordinate training, and respond to accidents. The schedule must be flexible enough to work all shifts, holidays, and weekends. The role operates in warehouse and exterior environments with variable lighting, considerable exterior noise, concrete flooring, and temperature fluctuations.

Requirements

A CDL is required.
Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
Strong time-management and organizational skills.
Ability to coordinate and work effectively with multiple departments to improve processes, maximize efficiency, and exceed customer-service expectations.
Ability to maintain a clean and professional appearance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule across all shifts, holidays, and weekends.
Ability to read, understand, and accurately follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
Ability to maneuver in confined and sometimes congested areas.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and bend for eight or more hours daily.
Ability to lift, lower, move, carry, push, and pull merchandise up to 50 pounds, and handle or manipulate merchandise up to 100 pounds frequently.
Ability to work in variable environments with different lighting, loud exterior noise, and varying flooring.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening, background check, and fit-for-duty examination upon job offer.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Fleet Safety Coordinator or in a related role, or experience working in a deliveries department.
High school diploma or GED; an equivalent combination of education and experience is accepted in lieu of a diploma.

Responsibilities

Promote and comply with AFW safety policies and procedures, and make safety awareness information available to employees.
Be available to delivery and over-the-road personnel who have questions or concerns.
Inspect daily vehicle inspection reports (VIRs) and ensure one is completed for each truck daily by collecting reports at the end of each route.
Monitor delivery department log books for employees at the assigned location and ensure corrections are made when necessary.
Assess driver skills using appropriate methods.
Periodically follow delivery or over-the-road trucks on a rotating basis and complete observation reports on driving behavior, including speed, turn signal use, courteous driving, parking choices, and spotter use.
Appraise employee performance, communicate goals and expectations, provide feedback, and coach team members.
Understand and communicate FMCSA regulations.
Adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines; prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Communicate and coordinate with the AFW management team and develop teamwork.
Review driver infringements and arrange retraining when necessary.
Ensure compliance with and communication of applicable state and federal regulations.
Coordinate with the non-CDL trainer to schedule training for new employees or further training for existing employees.
Randomly conduct vehicle pre-trips to ensure FMCSA compliance.
Monitor regional weather conditions and relay relevant information to teams.
Proceed to accident scenes immediately when practical to gather information, investigate, take pictures, and coordinate with the Accident Investigator on drug and alcohol testing and post-accident procedures.
Perform other duties assigned or directed by the supervisor.